The Vice-chairman of the local People’s Committee, Ho Ky Minh, highlighted the continuous development of cooperation between Da Nang and Japanese localities over the past few years. This partnership has emerged as a shining example within the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Japan.
The city of Da Nang has successfully collaborated with 20 localities in Japan, forming valuable partnerships with four cities in particular – Kawasaki, Sakai, Yokohama, and Kisarazu. These cooperative relationships have resulted in numerous programs that have yielded significant and beneficial outcomes.
“Japan is consistently one of Da Nang City’s foremost strategic partners,” affirms Minh.
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| Vice-chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee Ho Ky Minh speaks at the opening ceremony of the Vietnam-Japan Festival on July 13, 2023. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre |
According to recent data, the city currently hosts over 222 Japanese enterprises, representative offices, and projects, contributing a substantial foreign direct investment amounting to more than US $1 billion.
Japanese-invested projects have made a substantial impact on Da Nang’s socio-economic growth by providing technology transfer, workforce development, and improved competitiveness.
According to the official from Da Nang, the strong bond between the people of these two countries has greatly contributed to their economic, cultural, and social collaboration, as well as facilitating exchanges between individuals.
Minh expressed that the robust support of the citizens of both nations will greatly contribute to the advancement of their diplomatic ties and foster stronger economic cooperation.
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| A drumming performance by teachers and students from the Vietnam-Japan School in Da Nang City, July 13, 2023. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre |
The Vietnam-Japan Festival, initially launched in 2014, has established itself as a yearly cultural extravaganza for the residents of Da Nang, tourists, and the Japanese community residing in this central Vietnamese city.
The festival this year, which concludes on Sunday, showcases 80 exhibitors representing prominent domestic and international brands. These booths offer diverse offerings in areas such as culture, cuisine, education, tourism, and sports services. Additionally, the festival provides various opportunities for investment and trade promotion programs.
The Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang is set to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam with a range of exciting programs. Among these is a captivating opera performance called “Princess Anio,” which tells the love story of Princess Ngoc Hoa from Quang Nam Province and Araki Sotaro, a merchant from Japan’s Nagasaki, dating back 400 years. Yamada Takio, the Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam, made the announcement and expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming celebrations.
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| Delegates join the Kagami biraki ceremony, a traditional Japanese ceremony performed at events worthy of being celebrated, at the opening ceremony of the 2023 Vietnam-Japan Festival. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre |
The festival not only offers a chance for both locals and tourists in Da Nang to experience the art of Japanese calligraphy, flower arrangement, and tea ceremony.
The event features an informative session on studying in Japan, as well as exhibitions and seminars focusing on tourism and the economy.
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| An artistic performance at the opening ceremony of the 2023 Vietnam-Japan Festival. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre |
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| Residents join the 2023 Vietnam-Japan Festival at the Bien Dong Park in Da Nang City on July 13, 2023. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre |
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